What’s New On Acorn TV November 2016: Exclusive U.S. Premieres, Jim Sturgess, New Originals, And More

American television is great and everything, but sometimes you need a break from U.S. comedies and dramas. That’s where Acorn TV comes in. Offering a variety of British and Irish shows and movies, Acorn TV brings all the best stuff to watch from across the pond all for $4.99/month. Not too bad a price for access to a new world of content.

This November, the streaming service is offering several exclusive U.S. premieres. From new period dramas that should help if you’re still mourning the loss of Downton Abbey to critically-acclaimed comedies, there’s a lot to look forward to this month. Make yourself a cup of tea, bundle up, and get to streaming.

Available Monday, November 7

Deep Water (Exclusive U.S. Premiere)

Based on a true story, this four-part miniseries stars Noah Tyler (Game of Thrones), Yael Stone (Orange is the New Black), Danielle Cormack (Wentworth), and Dan Spielman (The Code). A group of detectives begin to suspect that a brutal murder in Bondi may be connected to the alleged suicides of 80 gay men in New South Wales. Is this the work of a serial killer? And if so, can they catch them before anyone else is murdered?

Available Monday, November 14

Close to the Enemy (Exclusive U.S. Premiere)

Created by Acorn TV and BBC One, this new series features the impressive lineup of Jim Sturgess (Across the Universe), Angela Bassett (American Horror Story), and Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders). Close to the Enemy follows an intelligence officer working with the British during the Cold War. There’s war, suspense, mystery, and questionable relationships. Sounds addicting.

Available Monday, November 21

Raised by Wolves: Series 2 (Exclusive U.S. Premiere)

Named the best sitcom at the 2016 Rose d’Or Awards, Raised by Wolves follows six socially isolated homeschooled kids as they struggle through life outside their home. Starring Rebekah Staton (Jane Eyre, Doctor Who), Alexa Davies (Detectorists), this is a perfect watch if you’re sick of the school year already.

Suspects: Series 5 (Exclusive U.S. Premiere)Close to the Enemy: Episode 2Deep Water: Series 1, Episode 3

Available Thursday, November 24

A Place to Call Home: Season 4 (Exclusive U.S. Premiere)

In the mood for a period drama? This post-World War II gem has you covered. A Place to Call Home follows Marta Dusseldorp (Janet King), a nurse who soon finds herself involved in the lives of a very wealthy family. Think of it as the Aussie Downton Abbey, and get to watching.